“Bro said he knew a spot”

A highlight of Washington State’s variety of delightful spots to visit

Judah Michaud, Journalist

“Bro said he knew a spot” is a phrase commonly used before showcasing a beautiful view which a group of friends partake in some sort of tradition. While there are all of these national parks and such, when’s the last time you had one-on-one time with mother nature? This article provides all the details needed to go out and have an adventure of your own. 

Granite Falls Fish Ladder (Judah Michaud)

One of my favorite places to visit is the Fish Ladder, located up in Granite Falls. The Fish Ladder is a popular attraction on a broad, tall mountain face that almost seems to yell at you over the sound of raging white rivers. Although there is a short hike to arrive at your destination there are off track pathways that all have an adventure of their own. It is  along the main path which makes the trip all the more worth it. 10630 Mountain Loop Hwy, Granite Falls, WA 98252 is the precise location at which you can find the fish ladder.

Big Four Ice Caves (Judah Michaud)

 Another classic for those who grew up hiking this trail, the Ice Caves. The Ice Caves is a popular tourist attraction that sounds exactly like what it is, a bunch of caves formed out of ice near a mountain top in Granite Falls. While one of the more popular attractions, The Ice Caves doesn’t receive the recognition it deserves for its easy access as well as the broad and interactive trails.

 

Fremont Troll (Judah Michaud)

N 36th St, Seattle, WA 98103 is the location of the Fremont Troll, the Fremont troll is an 18ft, 13,000 thousand pound statue of a troll under the Aurora bridge. The troll seems to be clutching a volkswagen beetle as if it had stolen it from the road above. Crafted by artists Steve Badanes, Will Martin, Donna Walter, and Ross Whitehead, the Fremont Troll was a submission in a local art competition for hostile architecture to ensure that there was an entertaining art fixture under the bridge, instead of the usual rats and discarded trash.